Sam Mendes: James Bond Producers Want Directors Who Are ‘controllable By The Studio’

Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire
Mon, 10/07/2024 - 2:30pm

The “Skyfall” and “Spectre” filmmaker said the franchise prefers new directors because they're "more malleable."

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Sam Mendes: James Bond Producers Want Directors Who Are ‘controllable By The Studio’

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